Scotland's Climate Change Plan

Scotland’s Draft Climate Change Plan includes over 150 actions to ensure that we continue to cut harmful emissions while making sure that everyone benefits – secure energy, new jobs, healthier lifestyles, and cleaner air – in a way that's fair for all.

67% since 1990

Scotland's economy has grown 67% since 1990 while cutting emissions in half – proof we can prosper while protecting our planet. Find out what’s in plan to get Scotland to net zero by 2045.

Benefits for all

Plans to reduce our emissions will deliver billions of pounds in direct benefits to households and businesses between 2026 and 2040.

We're already making change happen

Change starts with action. In 2023, we became the first UK Government accredited to the Carbon Trust’s Route to Net Zero standard, showing our commitment to reducing emissions and supporting the wider shift towards a more sustainable society.

Our Programme for Government also supports action on many fronts: